A Systematic Review on the Outcomes of the Fillet Flap in Treating Diabetic and Ischemic Forefoot Ulcers.

Though having limited indications, the fillet flap illustrates the full optimization of the available resources for wound coverage. The consistent presence of an axial vessel makes the fillet flap a reliable local flap to be used in specific circumstances where the loss of a toe is unavoidable. Further research is needed with large prospective controlled trials to support the findings of the review.